What Does MTick™ Approved Mean? Cloud Nine Irons Are Menopause-Friendly
Menopause brings many changes, and your hair is no exception. From increased dryness and breakage to changes in texture, thickness and manageability, hair that once felt easy to style may suddenly need a different approach. But that does not mean giving up the hairstyles you love.
At Cloud Nine, hair health and confidence go hand in hand. That is why the brand is proud to be the first hair styling tool brand to join the GenM Collective and achieve MTick™ certification for its menopause-friendly styling tools.
But what does MTick™ approved actually mean? And how can choosing a menopause-friendly hair straightener make a difference to your styling routine?
Here is everything you need to know about the MTick™ symbol, menopause-related hair changes and how Cloud Nine irons are designed to support a more considered approach to heat styling.
What Is the MTick™?
The MTick™ is a universal symbol developed by GenM to help shoppers identify products that have been assessed as menopause-friendly. It makes it easier to recognise products designed to support women through perimenopause, menopause and beyond.
Menopause is often associated with hot flushes and night sweats, but its effects can extend well beyond these familiar symptoms. Changes in hair condition, texture and manageability can also form part of the experience, yet these concerns do not always receive the attention they deserve.
The MTick™ aims to make menopause more visible and give women greater confidence when choosing products that address their changing needs.
For Cloud Nine, achieving MTick™ certification recognises how the brand's styling technology is designed to support women experiencing menopause-related hair concerns, including increased fragility and changes in hair condition.
Rather than being simply another logo on a product, the MTick™ provides a helpful signpost when looking for products that have been assessed against menopause-friendly criteria.
It is not a medical certification, and it does not mean a product can prevent or reverse menopause-related hair changes. Instead, it helps consumers make more informed choices about the products they use.
How Can Menopause Affect Your Hair?
Hormonal changes during perimenopause and menopause can affect hair growth, texture and condition. Every woman's experience is different, but some common concerns include:
- Dryness: Hair may feel drier, rougher or less manageable than before.
- Increased breakage: Hair that feels more fragile may be more vulnerable to damage during brushing and heat styling.
- Changes in texture: Naturally straight, wavy or curly hair may behave differently, making familiar styling routines less predictable.
- Thinning and shedding: Some women notice reduced density or changes around their hairline.
- Reduced shine: Hair may appear duller or feel less smooth, particularly when its condition changes.
These changes can be frustrating, especially when the products and techniques you have relied on for years no longer deliver the same results.
The good news? You do not have to abandon your favourite hairstyles. Understanding your hair's changing needs and adapting your routine can help you continue styling with greater care and confidence.
Persistent or significant hair loss can have several causes, so it is worth speaking to a healthcare professional if you are concerned about changes in your hair.
Why Are Cloud Nine Irons MTick™ Certified?
Cloud Nine believes that great styling should not come at the expense of your hair's condition. Its MTick™-certified styling tools feature technologies designed to give you greater control over heat styling and help make the styling process smoother.
Three key features help set Cloud Nine irons apart.
1. Variable Temperature Control
One of the most important features of a Cloud Nine hair straightener is its adjustable temperature control.
Not every head of hair needs the same amount of heat. Fine, fragile or damaged hair may require a lower temperature, while thicker or coarser hair may need a different setting to achieve the desired result.
Cloud Nine's latest straighteners offer 11 temperature settings between 100°C and 200°C, allowing you to tailor the heat to your hair's needs.
This flexibility is particularly useful when your hair's texture or condition changes during menopause. Instead of automatically using the highest temperature, you can experiment with lower settings to find the minimum heat needed to achieve your preferred style.
Using an appropriate temperature can help reduce unnecessary heat exposure, although no heated styling tool can eliminate the risk of damage completely.
2. Sericite®-Infused Plates
The plates on a hair straightener play an important role in how smoothly it moves through your hair.
Cloud Nine irons feature Sericite®-infused ceramic plates designed to glide smoothly through the hair. This helps create a more controlled styling experience, particularly when you are working with hair that feels more delicate or prone to tangling.
When combined with careful sectioning and smooth, controlled movements, the plates can help you achieve sleek styles without repeatedly pulling the iron through the same section.
For hair that feels more fragile during menopause, reducing unnecessary friction and repeated passes is a useful consideration when styling.
3. Revive Mode®
Cloud Nine's signature Revive Mode® uses vibration technology to support a smoother styling experience.
The technology is designed to help hair glide between the plates with less friction and reduced direct heat contact. This can help you achieve your desired look with greater control while supporting the brand's focus on healthier styling.
For women who have noticed changes in their hair's condition, this combination of controlled heat and friction-conscious styling offers another way to adapt their routine without giving up straight hair, curls or waves.
Together, these features help explain why Cloud Nine's latest straighteners have earned MTick™ certification.
Which Cloud Nine Irons Are Menopause-Friendly?
Cloud Nine's menopause-awareness range highlights selected styling tools that have achieved MTick™ certification, including the Wide Iron and Contouring irons.
For the South African launch, the range includes four styling options designed to suit different hair types and styling preferences.
- The Original Iron is a versatile choice for everyday straightening, smoothing and creating soft waves.
- The Wide Iron features wider plates that cover more hair with each pass, making it a practical option for longer, thicker or coarser hair.
- The Contouring Wide Iron combines wider, curved plates with styling versatility, allowing you to create smooth finishes, loose waves and curls.
- The 2-in-1 Contouring Iron is designed for those who want to switch between straight styles, curls and waves using one styling tool.
When shopping, look for the MTick™ certification on the specific product listing to confirm its status. Certification should not be assumed for every Cloud Nine tool simply because it belongs to the brand.
Whichever tool you choose, selecting an appropriate temperature, using heat protection and ensuring your hair is completely dry before straightening remain important parts of a careful styling routine.
Menopause Does Not Mean Giving Up the Styles You Love
One of the most encouraging messages behind Cloud Nine's menopause-awareness initiative is that changing hair does not mean losing your sense of style.
You might find that your hair needs a lower temperature, different section sizes or a new approach to creating volume and movement. You may even discover that a different styling technique works better for your hair than it did a few years ago.
The aim is not to fight these changes, but to understand them and adapt your routine accordingly.
Whether you prefer a smooth, polished finish, soft beach waves, bouncy curls or your natural texture, choosing tools that give you greater control over heat styling can help you explore different looks while being more mindful of your hair's condition.
Cloud Nine's MTick™ certification also represents something bigger: recognising menopause as an important part of the conversation around beauty, personal care and confidence.
Women deserve products that consider their changing needs, along with clear information that helps them make informed decisions.
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Your hair journey does not stop at menopause, and neither should your styling options.
Cloud Nine combines adjustable temperature control, Sericite®-infused plates and innovative styling technology to help you create the looks you love with a more considered approach to heat styling.
With the brand returning to South Africa, you can look forward to discovering its range of premium hair straighteners and versatile Contouring irons designed to support your styling routine through every stage of life.
Because great hair is not about turning back time. It is about feeling confident in the hair you have today.
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